THE EVOLUTION OF THE SHORT STORY: FROM ORAL TRADITIONS TO THE DIGITAL AGE.
Keywords:
Oral tradition, folktales, literary evolution, modernism, postmodernism, flash fiction, narrative structure, technological impact.Abstract
The short story has undergone significant transformation from its origins in oral storytelling to its modern digital manifestations. This paper traces the historical development of the short story, examining its evolution from ancient oral traditions to the literary form established in the 19th and 20th centuries, and finally, to the digital narratives of the contemporary age. The study highlights key literary movements, influential writers, and the impact of technological advancements on the short story format, using specific examples and academic references.
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